argue against

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to give reasons why you do not support an idea or plan

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Examples (10)

  • She argued against a rise in interest rates.
  • In the meeting, he will argue against the new proposal.
  • Many philosophers argue against the idea of free will.
  • The lawyer forcefully argued against the admission of the evidence.
  • I tried to argue against going out in the storm, but they didn't listen.
  • Environmental groups consistently argue against building new factories in this area.
  • The report argues against the current policy, citing several negative outcomes.
  • She has always argued against censorship in any form.
  • One could argue against this decision on purely financial grounds.
  • Why did you argue against my suggestion when you knew it was the best option?